Don't skimp on quality and reliability to save a few bucks!!!

Since I first posted my instructions on EWF with XP a few years ago I've responded to numerous requests for help in setting it up. A lot of times, the problems are due to hardware malfunctions or incompatibilities. Specifically, poor CF-IDE adapters and especially bad CF cards (especially cheap Chinese knockoffs of SanDisk cards).

Do yourself a favor and buy good quality parts!! Saving a few dollars using eBay may also end up costing you hours troubleshooting!

I trust CF adapters from ACSControl, Addonics, and Logic Supply. There may be others you've used, but those are the ones I know.

Sean Liming's site has a good list of CF cards and adapters: http://www.seanliming.com/flashhelp.html